Selling Advice

There are many things that you need to know before selling your property, below you will find some of the most important things you need to learn. Click the categories to expand them and view the information:

Set the correct price for your property

An important part of your marketing plan should be setting the listing price. If a property isn't priced high enough you won't achieve optimal profit, potentially losing out on thousands of dollars. Conversely, if a property is priced too high then you may scare away all of your potential buyers. To determine the optimal listing price you should look at similar houses in your area that have recently sold as well as houses currently on the market. At Century 21 Affiliated Greenwood we are trained to use many pieces of information to determine the right asking price.

There are also other terms and conditions that you can discuss with us that may help play a role in selling your house. There are many ways to make a property more attractive to potential buyers, and we can show you how. Here are some more factors that you should consider before determine a listing price.

Location: As they say, location, location, location. This factor plays a very big role in determining what you can get for your property.

Condition: Houses that are in good condition and have regular maintenance performed will fetch a higher price than properties that have been neglected.

Desirable Amenities: Stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and other "in demand" amenities will increase the price you can get for your property.

Price per Square Foot: Although you shouldn't rely solely on this number, it will give you a good idea of what your property is worth, look at what other houses price per square foot are and do the math.

Finally, a formal written appraisal can really help your if you have a unique property that has features not normally found in similar properties. An appraisal is also helpful if there is any debate about listing price or if there hasn't been much activity in your area lately. Appraisers will take many factors into consideration including proximity to public facilities and schools, general location, size of lot or land, plus much more.

Create a Marketing Plan for Your Property

There are many marketing strategies that can be utilized to help sell your property. Once your property is listed it's likely that the home will be entered into the MLS listings and subsequently picked up by Century21.com. A lot of your agent's work will be quiet and unseen, yet important. Telephone calls to other realtors, advertising and marketing for open houses, ad placement, web postings, and many other services are all part of the process required to sell your property.

At Century 21 Affiliated Greenwood we will create a marketing plan for your property that will ensure it has the best possible chance to sell quickly and for the price you are looking for. Contact us today to get the ball rolling and get your property sold!

Setting Your Property up to Sell

While a buyer is a guest at your home or property you want the buyer to imagine owning the property. The last thing you want the buyer to feel like is an intruder.

There are many things you can do to get your home ready for the spotlight. The first thing you should do is give the entire home a good cleaning from top to bottom, this will help eliminate clutter and even possible odors. It's important that buyers see the full potential of your property, not your personal effects. You can also add a fresh coat of paint and tidy up the exterior and yard. Talk to your agent for other tips that can help boost your home's curb appeal and impress all of those potential buyers.

One other way to add real value to your home is to purchase a Home Protection Plan. If anything should happen to the house during the first year of ownership neither you or the buyer have to pay for the cost of the repair or replacement. This can really help put potential buyers at ease.

Here are some more tips:

Check the Temperature: If the weather allows it, open the windows and get fresh air into the house. If there is a lot of noise outside, make sure the windows stay closed. If it's cold outside, make sure it's warm inside. And if it's hot outside, try to make it cool inside.

Create a Mood Light: If there's a fireplace, start a fire. If there's a water fountain, make sure it's running. Turn off heavy florescent lights and use lighting that enhances the rooms.

Play Up the Visual: Open window coverings or shades to let in light. Keep blinds closed that may show undesirable outdoor scenery such as broken fences or sheds, or nearby structures that block views. If the photos of your home show flower gardens, leaves changing color, or snow covering your yard play up to those scenery's. Turn on all the lights, including appliances and closet lights. Brighten any dark rooms with spot lights positioned behind furniture.

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